Group Financial Controller

About This Role

With a strong footprint across Africa and the Middle East, OBT continues to grow its regional operations, supported by robust governance, disciplined financial control, and a hands-on leadership approach.

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As Group Financial Controller – Africa Region , you will be based in our Dubai head office and play a critical role in safeguarding the financial integrity of OBT’s African entities. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you will have end-to-end responsibility for controlling, reporting, IC reconciliations, compliance, and cash flow governance across multiple entities and countries.

This role requires regular on-the-ground presence across Africa (up to 50% travel), working closely with local finance teams and senior management to strengthen controls, ensure compliance, and support sustainable business growth.

Job Requirements

• Strong experience in financial and cost control as well as accounting within a multi-country environment.
• Solid knowledge of financial reporting, statutory compliance, tax, and internal controls.
• Proven experience managing audits and regulatory requirements in emerging markets.
• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
• Significant experience working across Africa and multicultural environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (approx. 50%).
• High attention to detail, strong governance mindset, and structured approach.
• Strong leadership, accountability, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage financial reporting integrity across African entities (monthly, quarterly, annual close).
• Ensure accurate financial statements by supporting entities and controlling their financials
• Own Inter Company reconciliations across multiple entities
• Maintain strong balance sheet control, including reconciliations and reviews
• Ensure consistent application of group accounting policies, IFRS/OHADA/local GAAP, and reporting standards.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements in each country.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and act as the regional point of contact for auditors.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, banking arrangements, and working capital performance.
• Partner with operations and commercial teams on pricing, contracts, tenders, and risk management.
• Drive improvements in finance systems, processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop finance teams across African countries, fostering a culture of accountability and compliance.

Job Benefits

• Regional role with high visibility and impact across African operations.
• Exposure to diverse markets and complex, high-growth environments.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced international leadership teams.
• Challenging, hands-on role with scope to shape financial governance and controls.
• Competitive package and travel exposure across the African region.
• Long-term career growth within a well-established, expanding group.